State GovernmentLegislature Approves 'Yes Means Yes' MeasureAugust 29, 2014 | Katie Orr | Max PringleCalifornia's Senate passed a bill that would require public institutions of higher education to adopt procedures to prevent campus sexual assault and domestic violence, and to assist victims. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBill Requiring Markings On Airsoft Guns Heads To Governor's DeskAugust 29, 2014 | Max PringleA bill that would require toy guns to be painted with markings to show they are fake has passed the state legislature.
State GovernmentIt's Gut-And-Amend Time At The CapitolAugust 27, 2014 | Ben AdlerThe California Legislature’s “gut-and-amend” process is highly criticized, but lawmakers defend it as necessary. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentDeal Reached On Ride-Sharing LegislationAugust 27, 2014 | Ben AdlerSources tell Capital Public Radio that a deal has been reached for legislation that would tighten regulations for ride-sharing companies.
State GovernmentState Senator Ben Hueso Arrested On Suspicion Of DUIAugust 22, 2014 | Ben AdlerThe state senator from San Diego who was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence early Friday has released a statement regarding the incident. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLegislature Approves Pair Of Campaign Finance Disclosure BillsAugust 22, 2014 | Max PringleMeasures that would create tougher campaign finance disclosure laws are heading to the governor's desk.
Health CareAdvocates Want Law To Prevent Estate Recovery For Low-Income Health BenefitsAugust 14, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneHealth care advocates are concerned about a California law that allows the state to claim assets of deceased people who received health care through Medi-Cal. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown, Lawmakers Extend Water Bond TalksAugust 11, 2014 | Ben AdlerUPDATE: Gov. Jerry Brown and Democratic legislative leaders have released a new $7.2 billion water bond proposal, but there's no deal yet. To buy more time, lawmakers have extended Monday's key election deadline by 48 hours.
State GovernmentCalifornia Bill Encourages Teaching About 1st Black PresidentAugust 8, 2014California senators approved a bill encouraging schools to educate students about Barack Obama's election in the context of past discrimination.
State GovernmentWater, School Bonds Top Legislature's Agenda As Final Month BeginsAugust 4, 2014 | Ben AdlerA water bond, a school bond, a statewide plastic bag ban and paid sick leave are all on California lawmakers’ agenda as they return Monday for their final month of session. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
